First World War
First World War: The Causes of World War One
The causes of World War One and the countries involved are included in this extensive summary.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Causes of World War 1: (1914 1918)
A timeline showing the events between 1699 and 1914 that led to the outbreak of World War I, and one from 1915 to 1917 listing the events leading to America's involvement.
Thinkport Education
Thinkport: Causes of World War I
In this activity, students analyze and explain the interrelationships between events in World War I.
National Archives (UK)
Uk National Archives: First World War Sources for History
A comprehensive site filled with historically significant documents on the UK during World War I.
Have Fun With History
Have Fun With History: World War 1
Learning module on World War One with links to resources such as museums and videos on WWI soldiers, songs and general historical information.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Trenches on the Web: Timeline: 1871 1914 Origins of the Great War
Provides a wealth of information about the origins of the World War I, and the maneuvers and alliances that took place in the years preceding it.
History of American Wars
History of American Wars: Causes of World War 2: (1939 1945)
A timeline showing the events between 1914 and 1939 that led to the outbreak of World War II, one from March to December of 1941 listing the events leading to America's involvement.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Causes of World War I
Summarizes the major causes for the outbreak of World War I.
Siteseen
Siteseen: American Historama: World War 1
Thirty interesting facts about World War 1 include the causes of the Great War, the American Expeditionary Force (AEF), the countries of the Allies and Central Powers, the American troops, WW1 weapons and the different types of warfare...
BBC
Bbc History: World Wars: World War One: Origins of World War One
A five-part overview of the causes of World War I.
Other
Greenfield History Site: Road to World War Ii Revision
A review sheet which covers the major points in the march toward World War II in Europe. You can click on the major points (1-7) and then are given notes on the various topics such as why Hitler wanted to destroy the Treaty of Versailles...
First World War
First World war.com
Site does a good job of giving an overview of most of the key aspects of World War I: the causes of the war, a timeline, weapons of war, etc. As a special feature you can listen to vintage audio of speeches and music of the WWI era.
The History Cat
The History Cat: World War One
Takes a look at World War I focusing on the causes, the Western Front, America's entry into the war, the Russian Revolution, and the Treaty of Versailles.
Made From Media
Made From History: 20 Important People in the Build Up to the First World War
A collection of images of twenty figures who played key roles in the buildup to World War I.
OpenStax
Open Stax: World War Ii 1941 1945: Origins of War: Europe, Asia and United States
Examines the conditions that fostered the rise of Fascism and Nazism, the events during the lead-up to the outbreak of war, and what Roosevelt did to help affected nations yet still keep the United States neutral.
Vancouver Island University
Vancouver Island University: Domestic Causes of the First World War
Contains an essay on the "domestic tensions which may have affected diplomatic decision making in 1914."
Made From Media
Made From History: Who Declared War? Major Power Declarations of War, 1914
With the use of country flags and benchmark years, this clever illustration shows the declarations of war during the course of World War I.
British Library
British Library: World War I: Europe Before 1914
Learn about the origins and reasons behind the outbreak of World War I. Globalization and military advancement are considered the major contributing factors leading to Europe's first major war since the fall of Napoleon.
Tom Richey
Tom Richey: Causes of Wwi
A comprehensive slideshow presentation illustrates the four primary causes of the first World War in 1914. Enhance studying WWI with the details provided.
National Geographic
National Geographic: Society: Timeline: World War Ii
One stop shop for everything you need to know about WWII. This interactive timeline features all the major events leading to war, major battles and turning points, rulers during the war, and the consequences of this war. Vibrant...
National Archives (UK)
National Archive: The Great War: 1914 1918
Students can examine original sources and how these have been used to support different viewpoints and perspectives on the Great War.
World War 1
Worldwar1.com: Trenches on the Web: Introduction
Exhaustive site including everything you need to know about World War I. Includes numerous links and a reference library. Contains a long list of biographies from this period.
Ducksters
Ducksters: World War I for Kids: Timeline
Kids learn about the timeline and events of World War I. The fighting in WW1 lasted from 1914 to 1918. Timeline includes battles, war declarations, treaties, and more.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Mock Treaty of Versailles
This project is designed to conclude a World War I Unit. In this unit, students will have examined the causes, events, and consequences of World War One. After investigating the causes and events of the war, students will participate as...